1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 261 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Cougar | Belmont |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |